So grab yourfoam roller, and read on to learn all about them.
Here’s what to know about knee pain.
Don’t be discouraged about your pain, because you are not alone.
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Knee pain is extremely common in the United States, having doubled in the past 82 years or so.
So at 55, you have 55-year-old knees."
So what do you do about it?
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Be sure to drink lots of water, as H20 keeps your cartilage healthy.
According toAce Fitness, foam rollers are helpful in enhancing the length of your muscles and decreasing tension.
Also known as self-myofascial release (SMR), foam rollers are used more and more in workouts.
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Dr. Bohl discusses the extraordinary pain-relieving benefits of using a foam roller when it comes to knee pain.
Cartilage is what helps your knees straighten and bend easily.
As cartilage starts to deteriorate, the area narrows between the bones.
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Unfortunately, Dr. Bohl tells us that foam rolling won’t repair these problems.
But by foam rolling specific muscles of the lower leg and thigh, you might help your muscles relax.
In some cases, this exercise may help alleviate the pain you have in your knees.
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